Acceleration 10-21 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #808EA1, LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Montage from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #808EA1 · 10-21
Acceleration
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Acceleration Technical Profile
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Acceleration in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Acceleration in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAcceleration
Nearly identical
BehrMontage
Montage
Behr
Nearly identical
Gray Lavender
Valspar
Nearly identical
Illusionary
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Oxford Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dried Lavender
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Vintage Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Pale Orchid
Vista Paint
Very similar
London Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Acceleration
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acceleration
#808EA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acceleration
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acceleration Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Acceleration.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acceleration — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acceleration have?
Acceleration by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Acceleration in your own space before committing.
What colors match Acceleration from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acceleration are Montage by Behr (a near-identical match), Gray Lavender by Valspar (a near-identical match), Box Office by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Acceleration's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Acceleration?
Acceleration has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Acceleration's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.